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Every night I try to come up with something different for tea. Often greeted by one child or the other complaining about it not being their favourite. You can imagine my retort… So, with Valentine’s creating an extra pressure, I’m glad to see that no thinking is required on my part for once. Turn to page 55 to see our step-by-step guide to a home-cooked dinner for two, for under £10! Also this week in our bumper issue we have extra real life – on page 42, read about the mum who is so meddling, she redecorated her daughter’s kitchen without asking, and even tells her when to have sex! Plus – struggling to find the perfect mascara? Turn to page 30 for the best on the high street. Have…

In recent weeks, England and Manchester City footballer Kyle Walker has attracted attention for all the wrong reasons, after it was revealed that he’d fathered a second child with influencer Lauryn Goodman behind his pregnant wife’s back. Kyle, 33, already has a son with Lauryn (pictured below): three-year-old Kairo, who was born following a brief relationship the pair had when he split from childhood sweetheart Annie Kilner (pictured inset). However, Annie, 30, and Kyle later reunited and tied the knot in 2021. Now Annie, who shares Roman, 11, Riaan, seven and Reign, five, with the star and is preparing to welcome their fourth child, is said to have dumped Kyle following the news that he had a baby girl with model Lauryn, 32, last summer. As this ever-evolving story continues,…

Style | Beauty | Health Whether you’re dropping hints or treating yourself, these delicate jewels will complement any date-night outfit. Keep it refined in dainty hoops and elegant pearl earrings, or declare your adoration with a heart-shaped necklace. Like a love that’s everlasting, you’ll be able to enjoy these timeless gems well past Valentine’s Day. Clockwise from top: Silver bangles, £20 for a set of two, gold bangles, £22 for a set of two, hair clip, £10 for a set of two, hoop earrings, £10, pearl earrings, £22, silver heart necklace, £18, pearl hoop earrings, £16, heart earrings, £14, rings, £14 for a set of 12, pearl necklaces, £18 each, gold heart necklace, £18, bobble hoop earrings, £16, all Accessorize…

YOURS Dedicated to catering to a diverse range of body sizes, Yours offers trend-led casual separates that will slip seamlessly into your existing wardrobe. Our favourite piece is this luxe-look striped knit. ALL SIZES 14-32 MANGO High-street retailer Mango has absorbed its previous standalone plus-size edit Violeta into its general collection while also extending the size range across almost all its designs. The price points are great, with many items under £50. ALL SIZES 4-26 H&M For an easy wardrobe refresh, head to H&M where the ‘new in’ section is regularly updated. Known for its affordable fashion, this Swedish brand offers a vast range of basic essentials, cosy casuals and designer-inspired pieces. ALL SIZES XXS-4XL LIVE UNLIMITED LONDON Not a fast-fashion brand, Live Unlimited is known for incorporating contemporary trends…

Columnist How exercise can stop the squabbles The impact of exercise on our mood and mental health has been widely researched. So much so, there’s now sufficient evidence to suggest that – and I quote – ‘moderate regular exercise should be considered as a viable means of treating depression, anxiety and improving mental wellbeing in the general public’. The good news? What can be done for Joe Public can also be done for squabbling couples. So, right in time for Valentine’s Day, let’s take a random pair of adults, Colin and Christine. Their children don’t sleep well, there’s big stress at work, the trains are on strike, the mortgage payments have doubled and everyone is shattered. Tension is simmering. I know just the thing to help. A bit of sweat,…

Swollen fingers? Discoloured palms? Or maybe you’ve noticed your strength declining when trying to open a jar? Our hands often get ignored when it comes to our health, but they could tell us a lot about our wellbeing. ‘At medical school, student doctors are taught to start any formal clinical examination by looking at the patient’s hands, as they can give so many clues as to what may be happening under the surface,’ says private GP Dr Judith Holmes. It’s time to pay them some attention – here’s what to look out for… Stiff, painful joints Osteoarthritis could be the cause of painful lumps around finger joints. But, if they’re also red and hot, or the knuckles swell, you may have an inflammatory form of arthritis. ‘Other reasons could be…

Pet expert Emma has worked in several small-animal practices in the South East. Much of her time is spent looking after her four young children, Izzy, Leo and twins Daisy and Alfie, but she also teaches veterinary students and plans to return to being a full-time vet when the kids start school. Cut the cost of pet ownership Everyone is feeling the pinch at the moment, and we all need to be savvy with our money. Pets are one area where you might look to make savings, but at the same time you don’t want to compromise their health or welfare. That becomes harder to achieve as the cost of living bites, and as many as seven out of 10 pet owners think that their financial situation is going to…

Cheese and mushroom galettes Not just for breakfast, these savoury crêpes are filling enough for lunch or dinner too. SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 30 MINS ✱ 4 crêpes (see recipe, overleaf, and tip) ✱ 2tbsp olive oil ✱ 250g mushrooms, sliced ✱ 1 garlic clove, crushed ✱ 400g spinach ✱ 4tbsp double cream ✱ 2tsp Dijon mustard ✱ 4 medium eggs ✱ 100g cheese, crumbled (we used blue cheese) ✱ 1tbsp chopped parsley 1 Heat 1tbsp oil in a large frying pan, add the mushrooms, season and cook for 10 mins until soft. Add the garlic and spinach, and cook for a further 2 mins, to wilt the spinach. Add the cream and mustard, season and set aside. 2 Wipe the pan clean and return to a medium…

ARIES With the eclipse cycle in Aries, expect a date with destiny during the next nine months. Chance meetings and unexpected developments play a part in your love story. Look out for the periods around 25 March, 8 April and 2 October. Events in a partner’s life could make for changes in yours – and, whether they are welcome or not, you will both have to make adjustments. Karmic ties are being made and broken in 2024. MOST COMPATIBLE STAR SIGN Libra, Capricorn, Aquarius TAURUS Until June, Jupiter is onside inspiring happy endings and fabulous beginnings. History will only repeat itself if you won’t let go of it. There are hidden benefits in making peace with an ex, and by setting someone free, you will get what (or is that…

As the latest series of the popular drama Grantchester comes to an end, heavily pregnant vicar’s wife Bonnie (Charlotte Ritchie) returns from visiting her parents to find her husband Will (Tom Brittney) has fled the village in turmoil over his motorbike accident, which led to a man’s death. But the question is, will he return before their baby arrives? Here, Charlotte reveals more… What did you make of Bonnie and Will suddenly getting hitched in the last series? It was lovely. It seemed like a sweet resolution for such an eternally unmarriable person like Will. There’s something about Bonnie’s complicated situation [as a widowed mum of one] and her upfront nature that seemed to pierce through all that, so it was great they got married. Will was looking for something…

EXCLUSIVE On the box extra ‘To be the big story in a Christmas Day episode is a big box ticked in soap!’ Coronation Street’s Leanne Battersby shocks boyfriend Nick Tilsley this week by popping the question.The yo-yo couple have been wed twice before, but there’s no guarantee this is going to be third time lucky. Nick is furious at Leanne for covering up her son Simon’s drink-driving accident, in which Nick’s son Sam was a passenger. So, to pull her fractured family back together, Leanne thinks that a big gesture might be just the ticket. Here, 45-year-old Jane Danson, who has portrayed Leanne for over half of her life, tells all on her character’s big mistake, her reality TV plans and her real-life proposal from actor husband Robert Beck. Hi…

STARS SUPPORT COMIC RELIEF’S RED NOSE DAY Mark your calendars because Friday 15 March is Red Nose Day. This year, a host of celebrities including Emma Willis (above), and Layton Williams, Billie Piper and Anita Rani (below) are showing their support by wearing a T-shirt from the collection of chari-tees and sweatshirts from TK Maxx, which feature iconic Aardman characters including Morph, Wallace & Gromit and Shaun the Sheep. Whichever design you choose, you’ll be helping Comic Relief tackle some of the issues faced by children and young people globally, including poverty, conflict and climate change, with at least £5.50 from every adult tee and £2.50 from every kids’ tee going to the charity. ‘Meghan’s in charge’ While King Charles III and The Princess of Wales were holed up in…

DREW BARRYMORE AND JEREMY THOMAS ET star Drew was just 19 when she married the 31-year-old Welshman, six weeks after meeting at his bar in LA. A clairvoyant reportedly conducted the ceremony, with the bride in combat boots and a borrowed dress. At the time Drew branded Jeremy ‘the love of her life’ only for the whirlwind romance to end as quickly as it began. They split after almost three weeks as husband and wife, with Drew going on their Hawaiian honeymoon alone. OZZY AND SHARON OSBOURNE The marriage has weathered many storms including Ozzy’s drug addiction and numerous health woes. They first met when Sharon was just 18 and her father was the Black Sabbath frontman’s manager. They have gone on to have three children and five grandchildren, plus…

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Stop painful sex holding you back It should be a time of enjoyment for both you and your partner, but sometimes getting intimate can cause more pain than pleasure. Here’s how to sort it… Sadly, sex for many women is not always pleasurable. In fact, up to 75% of women will at some point experience painful sex, also known as dyspareunia. But don’t worry, it’s a common medical problem that can be sorted – and there’s no need to be embarrassed. As a GP, I initially ask my patient questions about their symptoms to work out if this is a superficial (felt on entry/vaginally) or a deep (felt in the pelvis) dyspareunia to help me determine the likely reason for the pain. ✱ FINDING THE CAUSE Superficial dyspareunia can be…

‘HE’D STAY HOME EVERY NIGHT GIVEN HALF THE CHANCE’ Georgina Fuller, 45, is a mum of three and lives with her husband Dom, 45, in Oxfordshire As I move around the room chatting to different people and making jokes at a house party, I find myself beaming. I love meeting new people and catching up with old friends. I’ve always been curious about people, enjoy their company, and I was never as miserable as I was during the COVID-19 lockdown, confined to the house with only my husband and kids for company. As much as I love them, I’ve always needed a thriving social life. I revel in the party atmosphere. Only, you won’t find my husband at my side. Dom will be tucked away in the corner of the…

‘I agreed to give it one last try’ Most people who have experienced pregnancy will have their own special story to tell. The first flutters and first kicks, the excitement to meet the little person they’re growing. Ever since I can remember, I’d always looked forward to it, almost longed for it, and I always knew it would feel remarkable. But for me, being pregnant was so much more. After years of trying for a baby, I was having two! What makes my story special, is that I was carrying only one of them… ‘When we met, we clicked like old friends’ When my husband Jason and I started trying to get pregnant in 2017, we hoped it’d happen immediately but after eight months of trying and with test after…

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It’s actually quite staggering to look back at some of the things Harry said and wrote just a year ago as he was promoting his autobiography Spare. The bitterness and rancour didn’t just drip from the ghost-written pages, he also gave interview after interview in which he appeared to accuse his family of racism, self-promotion, sacrificing him for their own personal gain and, last but not least, generally being an institution that was unfit for purpose. In effect, a royal was saying that the monarchy doesn’t work and the whole shooting match needs complete reform. In terms of reputational damage, I’m not sure that Harry could have said anything more damaging. Now, I understand that Harry wants a reconciliation. Time to come together The news that the Princess of Wales…

SEXISM AT THE PALACE? It was interesting to see the reaction to Kensington Palace’s briefing that Prince William had cleared his diary for the foreseeable future to look after his wife and children. Whilst the Princess of Wales was recuperating in hospital for two weeks after major abdominal surgery, and while she’s recovering at home in Windsor, William suspended his work and public engagements. The heir to the throne, 41, has made it clear that he sees his family duties coming before royal ones. It hasn’t been revealed exactly what Kate has been suffering from – however the seriousness of the ‘planned’ surgery was underlined by the Palace’s announcement that she would not return to work before April. It was, however, stressed that it was not cancer and she is…

Love, laughter, water and sunshine – these are the top tips 59-year-old former supermodel Elle Macpherson gave on maintaining her ‘ageless appearance’ in a recent interview. If only it was that simple, Elle. But let’s be realistic. For many women, beauty is a race against the clock, from desperately trying to conceal our greys, to reducing the appearance of wrinkles, as well as keeping the pounds off (which is so much harder than it was in our 20s!). And unlike the rich and famous, we don’t have endless pots of cash to splash on personal trainers, in-house chefs and cosmetic treatments. But of course, some of us are more than happy to grow old gracefully and embrace every fine line. We’re not all seeking youth and don’t mind ageing –…

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There’s nothing more frustrating than sweating your way through a home workout or depriving yourself of your favourite treats and not seeing the results that you’d like. But if the scales aren’t showing a loss, bad habits could be to blame. The good news is that once you know what’s sabotaging your goals, there are simple solutions to help. Ready to reboot your diet regime? Here’s how. You’re… snacking after exercise Finish a workout, then reward yourself with a tasty treat? If you’re burning fewer than 300 calories during a session, that hard work is easily cancelled out if you then reward yourself with a chocolate bar or smoothie. FIX IT Skip the calorific snacks and have a healthy meal once you’re home – ideally within two hours. After longer…

Will you be taxed for selling on Vinted? If you’ve been spooked by the news that you may have to shell out to HMRC for selling your old wardrobe items via the likes of Vinted or eBay, before you panic, here’s what you need to know. WHAT IS THE SIDE-JOB TAX? When you make extra cash by doing something beside your main job, you may be liable for tax. This could be anything from selling handmade candles to dog walking. WHAT HAS CHANGED? When you make extra income, you have to declare earnings over £1,000 to HMRC by completing a self-assessment online. This is not a new rule – the £1k trading allowance has been in place since 2017. What has changed, from 1 January 2024, is that digital platforms…

DINE IN FOR UNDER £10 Table FOR TWO Treat your special someone to a romantic (and secretly easy) three-course dinner at home TO START… Roast veggie bruschetta Swap the classic tomato topping for seasonal root veg. Prepare everything ahead and simply assemble to serve. SERVES 2 PREP 15 MINSCOOK 25 MINS ✱ 2tbsp honey, warmed ✱ 1tsp chilli flakes ✱ 2 small beetroots (approx 100g each), peeled and cut into 1cm thick wedges ✱ ¼ butternut squash, cut into 2cm thick semicircles ✱ ½tsp ground coriander ✱ 1tsp vegetable oil ✱ 1tsp pumpkin seeds ✱ 3 x 2cm slices ciabatta loaf, toasted ✱ 1 garlic clove, halved ✱ 75g cream cheese ✱ Handful watercress, to serve 1 Heat the oven to 180C Fan/Gas 6. Mix the warm honey and chilli…

Puzzles and stars ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr One thing you can say for sure about life right now is that it’s not dull. Whether best-kept secrets are emerging or plans you’d made need to be unmade, adapt and advance. For your reading ☎09058 172557 TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May You have to go back to mid-November to find such electric alignments as there are now. The seeds of change are about to reveal their promise. Even if you’re not thrilled, give it time. For your reading ☎09058 172558 GEMINI 22 May – 22 Jun People and places far away have a role to play in the coming events of mid-February. A journey could well be involved and certainly a readiness to enter new territory. For your reading…

The Notebook, 2004 In 1940s South Carolina, mill worker Noah (played by Ryan Gosling) and heiress Allie (Rachel McAdams) enjoy a summer romance but without the approval of her parents. Allie is forced to return home and Noah ultimately goes off to fight in World War Two, with their relationship seemingly doomed. Years later they meet again, although Allie is by now engaged to another man, someone her parents do approve of. What will she choose to do this time? A real tear-jerker. Notting Hill, 1999 Affable bookstore owner William (Hugh Grant) meets Hollywood star Anna (Julia Roberts) when a chance encounter leads to some spilled orange juice. Their different lifestyles cause problems along the way – not helped by tabloid interest in Anna’s dating life – but, eventually, the…

Columnist TIME TO END THE DEATH PENALTY Since 1973, more than 190 prisoners sent to death row in the US have later been exonerated posthumously or released on grounds of innocence. The long-standing problem with the death penalty is that it leaves no margin for error. You bang someone up in prison, realise a mistake has been made, you let them out. But you give someone a lethal injection, that’s it. Regardless of whether new evidence comes to light that clears them, they’re still dead. Now a whole new problem has emerged in the US state of Alabama, where they’d long been waiting to execute convicted murderer Kenneth Eugene Smith. They just couldn’t find an acceptable way to kill him. Smith was one of two men convicted in 1989 of…